CVE-2020-5900
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5900 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In versions 3.0.0-3.4.0, 2.0.0-2.9.0, and 1.0.1, there is insufficient cross-site request forgery (CSRF) protections for the NGINX Controller user interface.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In versions 3.0.0-3.4.0, 2.0.0-2.9.0, and 1.0.1, there is insufficient cross-site request forgery (CSRF) protections for the NGINX Controller user interface.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F5 | Nginx Controller | >= 2.0.0, <= 2.9.0 |
| F5 | Nginx Controller | >= 3.0.0, <= 3.4.0 |
| F5 | Nginx Controller | 1.0.1 |
References
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K31044532Vendor Advisory
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K31044532Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5900?
In versions 3.0.0-3.4.0, 2.0.0-2.9.0, and 1.0.1, there is insufficient cross-site request forgery (CSRF) protections for the NGINX Controller user interface.
How severe is CVE-2020-5900?
CVE-2020-5900 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5900?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-5900?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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